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Palworld Keyboard & Controller Controls
Survival & Sandbox games →A complete reference to the default keyboard and mouse controls for Palworld on PC. Learn the default keybindings for movement, combat, catching and commanding Pals, building your base, and navigating menus so you can survive and explore the world of Palpagos with confidence.
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All Palworld controls
27 default keybinds across 6 categories. Most can be reassigned in Palworld's control settings. Switch to Gamepad to see Xbox and PlayStation buttons side by side.
Movement 8
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Move Forward | W |
| Move Backward | S |
| Move Left | A |
| Move Right | D |
| Jump | Space |
| Sprint | Shift |
| Crouch / Slide / Ride Skill 3 | C |
| Roll / Dodge | Ctrl |
Pals 7
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Throw Pal Sphere | Q |
| Summon Pal / Ride Skill 2 | E |
| Partner Skill | F |
| Pal Commands | 4 |
| Change Pal (Left) | 1 |
| Change Sphere | 2 |
| Change Pal (Right) | 3 |
Interface 6
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Open Map | M |
| Open Main Menu | Esc |
| Open Technology Tree | T |
| Open Party Menu | P |
| Take Screenshot | F12 |
| Toggle Fullscreen | F11 |
Combat 4
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Attack / Use Equipped Item / Ride Skill 1 | LMB |
| Aim / Cancel Pal Sphere Throw | RMB |
| Reload | R |
| Change Weapon | Wheel ↑ |
Building 1
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Open Build Menu | B |
Inventory 1
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Open Inventory | Tab |
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Movement 8
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Move Forward | L-Stick |
| Move Backward | L-Stick |
| Move Left | L-Stick |
| Move Right | L-Stick |
| Jump | A✕AB |
| Sprint | LSL3L3LS |
| Crouch / Slide / Ride Skill 3 | B●BA |
| Roll / Dodge | B●BA |
Pals 7
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Throw Pal Sphere | RBR1R1R |
| Summon Pal / Ride Skill 2 | LBL1L1L |
| Partner Skill | X■XY |
| Pal Commands | RSR3R3RS |
| Change Pal (Left) | D-Pad ← |
| Change Sphere | D-Pad ↓ |
| Change Pal (Right) | D-Pad → |
Combat 4
| Action | Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch |
|---|---|
| Attack / Use Equipped Item / Ride Skill 1 | RTR2R2ZR |
| Aim / Cancel Pal Sphere Throw | LTL2L2ZL |
| Reload | X■XY |
| Change Weapon | Y▲YX |
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Palworld controls — FAQ
- What are the default controls for Palworld?
- Palworld, a survival & sandbox game, uses 27 default keybinds across 6 categories — on keyboard and controller. The complete, up-to-date list is free to read on this page.
- Can you remap Palworld controls?
- Yes. These are the game's default bindings — nearly all of them can be reassigned from Palworld's in-game control or key-binding settings.
- Does Palworld support a controller?
- Yes — Palworld has full gamepad support. The Xbox, PlayStation and Steam Deck button maps are shown on this page alongside the keyboard controls.
- Which platforms do these Palworld controls cover?
- These keyboard controls apply on Windows. Most bindings are identical across platforms unless noted.
- Is this an official Palworld resource?
- No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Palworld or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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